PROFILE

Redcloud Studios Inc. is an independent production company owned and operated by award winning actor and producer, Jennifer Podemski. Redcloud Studios is dedicated to strengthening aboriginal visibility in the film and television industry, both behind the scenes and in front of the camera. Jennifer has traveled to over 2,000 Native communities throughout Canada and the US, using her media empowerment module to encourage youth to use the medium to speak out and effect change. Whether it's mainstream drama, provocative documentary, intensive training or live theatre, Redcloud Studios is committed to breaking down barriers and paving the way for the future generation of media makers.

SELECTED CREDITS

September 2012 - April 2016Creator/Writer/Producer - The Other SideA paranormal investigative show with an aboriginal twist. Now in production of season three. Airing on APTN and networks in the US and Europe.

March 2006 - March 2016Creative Director/Co Executive Producer - The Indspire AwardsAward Show/Variety, Live Televised Event. Canada’s only Nationally broadcast Indigenous Achievement Awards Show airing on Global TV/APTN*Nominated for Best Variety Show 2012/13/14 Canadian Screen Awards

November 2015Producer/Director - The Young and the Rezless Comic Sketches for APTN

July 15, 2015 – April 20, 2016Creator/Writer/Director/Producer - Future HistoryDocumentary Television series in development with APTN

June 2015Creator/Producer/Facilitator - The H.O.P.E ConcertGeorgian College – Barrie – Client: Dgnagdawenmag Biinoojiag Child & Family ServicesA live event series bringing together Indigenous performers and presenters for a one-day event designed to uplift and inspire aboriginal youth. This is one of 5 H.O.P.E events produced to date.

April 2015Creator/Facilitator - PSA BOOT CAMPClient: OFIFC. Intensive training program designed to bring youth together to express opinions around issues facing them and their communities while using film as the platform for expression.

September 2012Producer - Empire of Dirt– Feature Film –Theatrical Release across CanadaThis film was developed over 8 years with writer Shannon Masters and was subsequently nominated for 5 Canadian Screen Awards including Best Motion Picture for Jennifer as Producer (the nomination in this category to go to an Indigenous woman), Best Screenplay, which Shannon Masters won and became the first Indigenous woman to receive this award, Best Director for Peter Stebbings, Best Supporting Actress for Podemski and Best Actress for the film’s star Cara Gee. The film also premiered at the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival and received the Best Canadian Film citation for its three lead actresses. Empire of Dirt wasreleased theatrically across Canada in 2015 and is still travelling to film festivals and showcases around the world.

November 2013 – April 2016Writer/Producer – AwakeningDrama Series in development with Big Soul Productions